Europa Clipper

Overview

Europa Clipper is a robotic solar-powered spacecraft built to conduct the first detailed investigations of Jupiter's icy moon Europa. With its solar arrays deployed, Europa Clipper spans more than 100 feet (about 30 meters) – about the length of a basketball court. The main body of the spacecraft consists of its avionics vault, radio frequency module, and propulsion module. Its mission is crucial for determining whether there are environments that could support life under the icy surface of Europa.

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Launch year

2024

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active